Can you drink alcohol after having a gastric sleeve?

Drinking alcohol with a gastric sleeve is a personal choice and can be safe when done in moderation and with caution. After you’ve gone through the initial healing period, there’s nothing that contraindicates moderate and responsible alcohol use after gastric sleeve surgery.

Can I drink beer after bariatric surgery?

Do not drink alcohol for at least six months following weight loss surgery. Know that even small amounts of alcohol can lead to low blood sugar and intoxication. When you reintroduce alcohol to your system, avoid sugary drink mixers and carbonated beverages.

Why do you have to wait 6 months to drink alcohol after gastric sleeve?

Alcohol consumption can also increase your risk of developing a stomach ulcer by eroding the lining of your stomach wall, which left untreated, can lead to an internal bleed. After the initial six months, you may choose to drink alcohol. We recommend only doing so on special occasions and in small amounts.

What can bariatric patients drink?

after bariatric surgery Water, Crystal Light, Mio, sugar-free Kool Aid, low-calorie juice, sugar-free gelatin, sugar- free Popsicles, broth, V-8 or tomato juice, decaffeinated coffee or tea, skim milk.

What happens if you drink alcohol after bariatric surgery?

Low blood sugar Rapid weight loss and low carbohydrate intake can lead to reduced sugar or glycogen in your body. Alcohol consumption further depletes glycogen, which causes your blood sugar levels to drop, putting those who have had bariatric surgery at higher risk for developing low blood sugar.

Why you shouldn’t drink after bariatric surgery?

Rapid weight loss and low carbohydrate intake can lead to reduced sugar or glycogen in your body. Alcohol consumption further depletes glycogen, which causes your blood sugar levels to drop, putting those who have had bariatric surgery at higher risk for developing low blood sugar.

How soon can I drink alcohol after surgery?

Zemmel generally advises patients to avoid alcohol for at least one to two weeks after surgery—and only after you have finished taking your pain medications. This is because mixing alcohol with painkillers can be a dangerous combination, putting you at risk of damaging your wounds and over-exerting yourself.

Does alcohol affect healing after surgery?

Drinking alcoholic beverages will thin out the blood, which can make post-op bleeding a greater issue. If the incision sites cannot clot and heal properly, it could cause problems with healing times and infection.